CS1 vs CS2 Center channel

Lancair

It bugs me to no end but the space to be occupied by my center channel speaker is too small to accomodate a CS-2 (which is the one I want), but a CS-1 will fit (just barely) My question is how much difference is there in the sound produced by these two speakers. If the CS-1 is significantly different than the CS-2 then I can rearrange my setup but it will not look nearly as good. But in all honesty it's all about the sound - looks are secondary. Any insight is appreciated.

Doug

Conradicles

I am in the same boat. My new TV stand only has 18" of width for a center channel. The CS1 will fit, and they are pretty inexpensive, but I do not know how well it will match to my SDA-2B's. Anybody have any suggestions?

LandShark

I owned the CS-1 and bumped up to the CS-2 and I have to tell you it's a world of difference. Before I was having trouble getting the voices to a clarity where I could understand them with the other effects. BUT, I guess it all depends on what you are matching them to. When I had the CS-1 my front mains were Monitor 40's and the CS-1 worked well. After I upgraded to monitor 70's the CS-1 was a bit over matched. Again, you're going to get a great speaker because it's Polk but if you are looking to get the more impressive speaker I'd find a way to fit the CS-2 in there, it's a monster.

trinidesignz

Yea i got the CS2 and it rocks! I want to upgrade my fronts from RTi 70 to either RTi A5 or A7 will that be a good / okay match with CS2?

wutadumsn23

I also have the CS2 with my Monitor 70's and they play very nice together. What are you running as your mains Lancair? If you have anything like the Monitor 50's or lower I would suggest you run the CS1. You don't want your center channel to be too "powerful" for your mains. Oh, and welcome to Club Polk.

Lancair

Thanks for your input. I have a feeling it's better to get the CS2's. That way when I upgrade to monitor 60 or 70's in the near future I wont be disappointed with the sound.......even if the "look" is not quite as I imagined. Thanks again

Lancair

wutadumsn23 wrote: »

I also have the CS2 with my Monitor 70's and they play very nice together. What are you running as your mains Lancair? If you have anything like the Monitor 50's or lower I would suggest you run the CS1. You don't want your center channel to be too "powerful" for your mains. Oh, and welcome to Club Polk.

I am running a pair of 10 year old Infinity floor speakers. They are just OK, but I will be upgrading to Polk Monitor 70's or possibly the 60's. I think the CS2 will be a better match with the sound. Thanks for your input

Steve417

CS2 for 99 bucks at crutchfield

chaser_rk25

Anyone know where to buy a CS2 center Channel speaker here in Vancouver, BC? I have a monitor 50 Front but i'm using a Bose401 temporarily and its a crap . thanks for any help

vijayl

how abt if I buy one and ship it to u? what r the Canadian customs guidelines?

chaser_rk25

that would be very nice....I think if this item get shipped as a gift i would not pay too much tax. How it cost do you think?

cheers,

chaser_rk25

by the way i need a black one if possible. how much do you think it cost me including shipping here in Vancouver, BC? thanks again.

vijayl

here is the gift limitation: http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/import/postal-postale/gifts-cadeaux-eng.html
If I buy it at JR.com its $112 USD + shipping (not sure ow much does it cost)